Get ready to ride a Queen City Classic with our tee that reps Kings Island classic The Bat. As the only suspended roller coaster in the world when it opened in 1981, The Bat made Kings Island a must-visit for all thrill-seekers despite its ongoing mechanical problems. Though the original ride closed in 1983, theres a new Bat in town at Kings Island these days, keeping the adrenaline pumping through the veins of a whole new generation. Pay homage.